Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Addlestone Salary: £75,000–£90,000 About the Company This opportunity is with a premium UK-based residential developer delivering high-quality homes and master-planned communities across England. With a history spanning several decades, the company is known for its innovative approach to design, strong environmental credentials, and focus on placemaking. The business operates regionally with a hands-on leadership team and a culture that promotes accountability, collaboration, and career development. Their pipeline includes both private and affordable housing, delivered to a consistently high standard. The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll take full commercial responsibility for multiple residential projects at various stages of development. You\’ll play a leading role in shaping cost strategy, ensuring financial governance, and delivering against budget while maintaining build quality and programme targets. This is a strategic role suited to a commercially sharp and delivery-focused QS who thrives in a dynamic environment and is ready to mentor others while influencing senior-level decision-making. Key Responsibilities * Lead procurement, tendering, and commercial management of major residential schemes. * Produce monthly CVRS, forecasts, cost-to-complete reports, and board-level reporting. * Review and manage subcontractor performance and payments. * Act as a commercial lead on value engineering, risk assessments, and contract strategy. * Provide mentoring and oversight to Junior and Assistant QS team members. * Coordinate closely with development, planning, construction, and finance teams. * Review and advise on pre-construction cost planning and design decisions. * Ensure compliance with company processes, contractual obligations, and commercial policies. About You * Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent. * 5+ years’ relevant experience in residential or mixed-use development. * Strong commercial acumen and proven track record of budget and risk management. * Excellent knowledge of contract law, procurement, and cost reporting standards. * Strong leadership and team development experience. * Capable of presenting commercial performance to senior stakeholders. * Proficient in industry-standard software and reporting tools. If you fit this role and would like to find out more then please do not hesitate to get in touch with Andreas; (url removed) or send in your CV for consideration and we will be in touch